We had a wonderful family thanksgiving in 2020.  Unknown to us, one of our family members was struggling more than we knew.  Ronnie Cooper would take his life before Christmas.  Not a day goes by that we don't think about Ronnie, not a family event passes that we don't look at each other and know exactly what the other is thinking.  For me it was pain reborn.  My mother took her life when I was nineteen.

          We can't bring back those who we have lost, but we can spread awareness.  The Stigma Stomp is a 5K (3.1) mile race that raises money for suicide awareness.      The Stigma Stomp V will be held on Saturday may30th at the Currituck County extension Center (next to the YMCA).

         (FIRST TIME) THE BEST OF THE REST: For those who don’t like running (I fall into that group) there will be a group walk for 3 miles and then anyone who wants to can run the final (.1 = 176 yards) to determine who the best of the rest is.​

 

     NOTES:  

     

     (1) If you or someone you know are struggling with mental health, please call 988

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     (2) There are several videos, but the first video has a great explanation and illustration of the burdens that we feel and offers some solutions.

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